I was given 4 large Acorn Squash. To be honest not a real big fan. But, I had to give it a shot. I have prepared it like Corn Mush.AKA Firm Polenta. Slicing it and frying in Butter(yes, Butter) and serving it with Maple Syrup. That was ok. This time I decided to Steam it and then scoop it out with a large spoon .Mash it up a bit and top it with Parmesan.I baked it at 350(F) to brown the Parmesan. That’s it:)

It came out tasty. I think next time(yes,there will be a next-time)I’ll take the time to Bake the Acorn Squash. Instead of Steaming it.

I had baked a Baguette to serve with the Monster Salad I had made for Dinner. My Kid saw the Bread and the Top-Sirloin that was in the Skillet. Grabbed a large Straw and proceeded to shove it in the Bread to make a hole. Stuffed it with as much meat as he possibly could. This thing was stuffed. Oh my, it looked Yummy.

Peas, lots of Peas ( 4 Baskets, 2 Vendors $9), Beets ($2 a bunch), Fresh Garlic ($1.50, BTW you can and should use the whole stalk just like Scallions), Lettuces(WOW, they are the absolute best I have tasted in a couple years $2 a head , Asparagus( I know more Asparagus, Yep!!!! 3 large bunches $11), Pickled Asparagus ( I splurged again $10….FRESH CRUNCH ROCKS), Local Honey (OOOOPPPSSS I didn’t get the price. I needed it), Real Milk (My Guy has never had this, I don’t do Cow Milk. I”ll explain in a Rant soon $3 for a quart), Black out perennial(I love perennials and black $7). I didn’t get a chance to take a pic of My Guy’s Breakfast. A Chocolate Croissant from Bonjour le Parisienne Bakery.( $ 3, Please don’t balk at the price they are the largest and most true I have ever had).

People have a thought that Farmer’s Markets are more expensive. Ok, I’ll give you that depending on the area you live. Farmer’s Markets look more like a Craft Festivals on steroids. My local is a simple and evolving Farmer’s Market. Where you find local and fresh in season items. Plants, Flowers, Produce along with a couple of Butchers, a Cheese Master, Breads, and more.

Now, let me get to the cost. Your average Grocery Store Apple is months, many months old before it even arrives there. The Asparagus I bought a week ago is still fresher than any you would find at the Grocery Store. The fresh local lasts an average of 3 times longer than the Produce you purchase at the Grocery. So, what’s more expensive?

I will continue through this season to post the cost and to keep you up on what will be in next week as best I can.